Such a nice way to end the year, my final post, with adorable newborn squishiness. Below is newborn Liam, who couldn't be more perfect, and his big brother Jake. Congratulations Ali & Glen on your perfect little family of four. I'm sure you will all have a lot of fun in the years to come.

If you are interested in a newborn photoshoot, please get in touch. info@katrinamatthews.com. I hold my newborn photo sessions in my studio, located in the Karaka countryside. Newborn photoshoots are best booked whilst you are still pregnant, ideally early in your third trimester to ensure you don't miss out on a spot. I aim to hold your session when your baby is between 5-12 days old - this is once feeding is established, but before all those reflux/hormone spots/colic begin (if they are going to). Newborns are often more settled and sleepy in their first two weeks too, giving us a higher chance of filling your gallery with lots of variety. Older siblings and parent shots are part of the session. I use studio lights, which provides consistent, reliable lighting, allowing me to achieve that soft creamy skin, sharp facial features and blurred out backgrounds. I have a range of newborn props and newborn outfits, which means you don't need to worry about a thing. I also offer gift vouchers - which are a fabulous baby shower gift! Email me today for more information, or use the contact form on my website.

My first outdoor photography session for this summer and I couldn't be happier with the result. It was a family shoot with under-1 yr old Kailem and his parents Katherine & Wayne (along with his best friend/pet 'Ruby'). We met at St Margaret's Cafe in Karaka, South Auckland, late one afternoon and played in the long shadows. The family were amazing, so natural and lovely to spend time with. Even 'Ruby' was a super star! The location was very pretty too, with all the flowers in bloom. I love this location for a photoshoot, it provides for a lot of variety all within five minutes walk.

If you are thinking about a photoshoot this summer, then be sure to get in touch and book early. I have limited weekend sunset spots and they book up quickly. The season last until approx April. Check out the overview on my packages page and get in touch via my contact form on this website or email me directly on info@katrinamatthews.com. I work in the Auckland, Franklin region, and am happy to travel to a local a beach or park location (within 35 minutes). My favourite spots for family photoshoots are: Shelly Beach in Beachlands, St Margaret's cafe in Karaka, the Auckland Botanical Gardens in Manurewa, or the wild west coast Kariotahi beach.Families are best photographed outdoors, as it brings out more natural smiles from mum, dad and the kids, and it provides a lot more variety. Under 1s and maternity have a little more flexibility - either in my studio or outdoor. Newborns are 100% catered for in my newborn studio here in the Karaka countryside.

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​Ariella-esme, her name is as beautiful as she is - Ariella-esme means lioness of god and loved. Ariella-esme was 14 days old when she and her parents Stacey & Ben came to see me in my newborn studio, based in rural Karaka. She gave me the most gorgeous photo (the first one shown below), which is quickly becoming one of my favourite photos I have ever taken. She gave me this before drifting off to sleep for the rest of the session. Peaceful and perfect is the only way to sum this little treasure up. Thank you for coming into see me for your newborn photography Stacey and Ben. I wish you all the luck for the years ahead. xx Katrina

If you know of any pregnant ladies/ mums-to-be, who may be interested in newborn photography, please share my details on. Newborn photos are best book when you are still pregnant. in your third trimester. I have a studio in rural Karaka, Franklin, Auckland. Sessions start at $450. Please get in touch to learn more.

Introducing Baby Elliot, here at just 9 days old. He was the most wakeful newborn I have photographed in my studio and although that did slow us down a little, the eye contact in the awake photos is amazing and definitely worth it. So much personality. Congratulations on such a perfect little man Kristy & Tom.

Introducing little Liam, photographed at just 7 days new. He was so beautifully behaved at his photoshoot, sleeping right through, with just a short breather for a drink. Perfect in every way, even ready with a well timed smile.

Congratulations Laura and William on your first baby boy, and thank you for visiting my studio. I'm looking forward to delivering your prints in the coming weeks - they will look amazing on your walls. x K-------Newborn sessions are best booked in your third trimester, and held when your newborn is between 5-12 days old. If you are interested in visiting my newborn studio, or interested in learning more, please get in touch. Use the contact form on this website or email me at info@katrinamatthews.com .

That day: when your sister looks after your kids in the middle of the school holidays so you can welcome the cutest little man and his mum into your studio, and you capture your biggest most delicious newborn gallery to date. Thank you Chloe for your time and trusting me with your newborn photos of Jax. Thank you to Nana Lucy for your part too. I'm really proud of the photos we were able to capture that day and I'm glad that you love them. You and Dave have a gorgeous family, I wish you all the best for the months ahead. x K

Baby Ashley, my third newborn model in the last month, seen here rocking the florals. She was joined by big sister Charlie and brother LJ - the 3 of them oozing cuteness in their sibling photos. Thank you for visiting my home studio Rebecca & Wayne - I'm pleased that you love your photos as much as I do. I look forward to inviting you to my new studio for more family photos soon. Best of luck to you all in the meantime. x K

I had this perfect little man and his family in last week, just 7 days new. He was my first newborn in from the June/July model call I sent out and it couldn't have been a better start. I'm really pleased with not only the poses we were able to get through on the day, but also the quality of the gallery I was able to deliver. Hopefully they all go as well as this one!

Thank you Catherine for your patience on the day; and thank you Steve for entertaining Brax for the morning. You have a lovely family and I wish you all the best. x k

And so the journey begins for this gorgeous new family...... Danielle and Tim welcomed Jesse into this world on the 17th May. Such a perfect little man, and I must say he was extremely well behaved at our newborn photo session, even giving us a little well timed smile. Best of luck to the three of you for the years ahead. I'm sure you'll have a lot of fun and laughter together.

Author

I am Katrina Matthews, the artist behind the images on this site and the author of this blog.

After a recent move back to NZ & Auckland, I am busy re-establishing my business in the Karaka/Drury area.

I specialise in families of all ages and stages. I just love the outdoors at sunset for both maternity and family portraits. The light is flattering, the skies beautiful and I find families tend to come alive at this time, resulting in natural, playful images. Not to mention the endless setting options, from client's own farms or lifestyle properties, to parks and public beaches. Uniquely your own.

Since our move back to Auckland I have been making the most of the outdoors and the summer weather, focusing on my families and maternity offerings, but I'm equally excited about opening my home studio as autumn approaches, so I can start to welcome newborns and under 1s back.

If you would like further information on my portrait sessions, simply get in touch via the contact form on this site, or email me directly at info@katrinamatthews.com